WEA courses

Welcome to our spook-tacular Halloween Wreath-Making Workshop! Dive into the enchanting world of Halloween crafting, where we combine creativity with the thrill of the spooky season. On this one-day workshop, you will discover how Halloween has evolved to be as exciting as Christmas, with its own unique flair and festivities. Join us for a bewitching good time and take home a piece of Halloween magic! Why not ask a friend or family member to sign up today and learn something different together? Make this Halloween as memorable and magical with your very own handcrafted wreath with your unique touch of creativity.

Indulge your creativity while nurturing your wellbeing by joining us on this Arts and Crafts course designed to provide relaxation, self-expression, and practical skills, whilst exploring your artistic style. Through a series of hands-on sessions, you will explore the therapeutic benefits of crafting while learning to create beautiful pieces from fabric, glass jars, and natural materials. From crafting beads to dabbling with macramé techniques, embellishing vases to repurposing old fabrics into new decorations, this course offers a holistic approach to artistic expression and self-care, as well as helping to foster an interest in crafty recycling and how we can use found, natural materials to create unique artwork.

Are you looking for a relaxing hobby to help you unwind? Creating moments of calm in the day is essential for our emotional well-being and mental health. Step into the world of mindful crafts with this course and enjoy art for relaxation. This creativity course allows you to explore your art and craft skills to find practices that soothe you. Whether you enjoy drawing, painting, origami, or craft-making, art courses can help you find a relaxing hobby. You must live in the Peterborough and Cambridgeshire postcode areas to get this course free.

Discover the art of precision and creativity in our Sewing for Business Course. Dive into the fundamentals of machine sewing, mastering essential techniques and garment construction. From threading the needle to embellishing, you'll gain hands-on experience and the confidence to bring your design ideas to life. In parallel, embark on a beginner business journey, learning the basics of entrepreneurship for a sewing venture. Explore market trends, pricing strategies, and customer engagement to turn your passion into a profitable enterprise. Join us for a transformative learning experience that blends craftsmanship with entrepreneurial acumen, equipping you for success in the world of sewing and business.

Exploring National Authors Day 2024: A Short Interactive Session In honour of National Authors Day on November 1st, 2024, this 2-hour interactive session offers participants a vibrant exploration of literature and authors. The session begins with an introduction to the history and significance of National Authors Day, emphasising its role in celebrating the achievements and impact of writers across cultures and genres. Participants will engage in interactive discussions and activities designed to showcase the diversity of literary works and authors. Through guided exploration of notable authors and their contributions, attendees will discover new perspectives and genres, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling. The session will include opportunities for creative expression, such as writing prompts, collaborative storytelling exercises, or exploring excerpts from celebrated literary works. Participants will be encouraged to share their favourite books, authors, and literary influences, contributing to a dynamic exchange of ideas and recommendations. Throughout the session, facilitators will highlight the importance of supporting authors and literature, discussing ways to promote reading culture and literacy in communities. Interactive elements will encourage participants to actively participate and engage with the themes of creativity, imagination, and cultural diversity in literature. By the end of the session, participants will have gained insights into the global impact of authors and their works, inspired to continue exploring and celebrating literature beyond National Authors Day. This interactive session aims to ignite a passion for reading, storytelling, and the written word, fostering a community of enthusiastic readers and supporters of literary arts.

Starting a blog is easier than you think. If you have ideas, tips, or recommendations to share, this short blogging course can teach you the essentials to get your blog online. This beginner’s blogging course covers essential lessons in both writing and setting up your blog. You’ll learn creative writing techniques to make your blogs engaging, and digital skills to make sure you can set up and maintain your site. This course is aimed at beginners, so don’t worry if this is new to you. This beginners blogging course covers the basics of launching a blog. Become familiar with the Content Management System (CMS) where you will upload your blog. You will also receive CMS training to teach you how to set up and maintain your website. Learn to publish and promote your blog.

Explore the art of decoupage with our Craft: Delve Deeper into Decoupage course. Learn advanced techniques for decorating objects with paper cutouts and other materials. Ideal for crafters looking to enhance their decoupage skills.

This FREE Sugar Craft course is designed to introduce you to the art of creating beautiful and intricate designs using sugar. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course covers a wide range of techniques and provides hands-on experience to help you master sugar craft. Course will include the basics of sugar craft including the different types of sugar and edible materials to create your decorations. You will also cover the materials an tools required to create your beautiful decorations.

This course is designed for those who have some experience with crafting and are ready to take their skills to the next level. Participants will explore more advanced techniques in various crafting disciplines, including textile arts, mixed media, advanced paper crafting, and decorative arts. Through challenging projects, detailed demonstrations, and creative exploration, students will refine their craftsmanship, experiment with new materials, and develop a more sophisticated approach to their craft. This course encourages creativity, personal expression, and the development of a unique crafting style.

Learn how to capture memorable moments in your writing with our Creative Writing: How to Write Successful Butterfly Moments - Writing Memoir Moments course. Focus on techniques for writing impactful and engaging memoirs. Ideal for aspiring writers and memoir enthusiasts.